Merseyside police issued a tweet saying they had been made aware of the incident after a Liverpool spokesperson said: "The club, after discussion with the player, have made Merseyside Police aware of the footage and the circumstances surrounding its capture.

"We have spoken to the player also and will deal with any follow-up internally.

"Neither the club or player will be making any further comment on this matter."

Merseyside police said they "have been made aware of a video believed to show a footballer using a mobile phone whilst driving" and have passed it onto the relevant department.